Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating)

The Process

Consultation:	30 mins for new patient, 10 mins for existing
Procedure:	20 mins
Recovery:	No recovery time
Duration of results:	7-8 months
Cost:	$800 for 100 units

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What is hyperhidrosis?

Hyperhidrosis is defined as sweating in excess of the normal needs of the body. It is classified as primary or secondary. Primary hyperhidrosis is a genetic condition, affects 1 in 20 people and can result in excessive sweating in the palms, feet, underarms, face and scalp. Those who are affected with primary hyperhidrosis are socially restricted as they never know when they will experience the embarrassement of excessive sweating. Secondary hyperhidrosis is a result of an underlying medical condition such as infection, endocrine disorders, metabolic disorders, neoplastic diseases, neurological conditions, spinal cord injuries, cardiovascular disorders, respiratory disorders, anxiety and stress. The treatment of secondary hyperhidrosis will require treatment of the underlying problem or cause.

How is primary hyperhidrosis treated?

Aluminium chloride (topical medication) for example Driclor
Iontophoresis by placing affected area in electrically charged water/sodium glycopyrrolate
Anti-cholinergic medication
Anti-wrinkle injections
Endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy (surgery)

How does anti-wrinkle work in Primary Hyperhidrosis?

Anti wrinkle injections target sweating at its source. Once injected, the toxin enters the specific glands in the underarms responsible for excessive sweating. There, it blocks the release of a chemical that signals the perspiration. The procedure takes around 20-30 minutes. On average, you will notice a reduction in sweating 3 to 7 days following treatment

How long does it last?

7-8 months with some clients reporting relief for up to 12 months

What are the possible side effects?

Generally, any side effects experienced with the substance are temporary. The most common side effects for primary hyperhidrosis are a perceived increase in sweating in areas other than the underarms, pain at the injection site, hot flushes and transient arm weakness.

How much does it cost?

$800 for 100 units to both arm pits

Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) is suitable for treating the following concerns:

Excessive Sweating

About Dr May Marr

Dr May Marr is a graduate of Flinders University Medical School and a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians. She has a lifelong interest in aesthetic medical procedures and evidence based skin care and believes passionately that people should have access to medical aesthetic procedures and products that are based on the best available evidence and provided by highly trained professionals. Dr Marr provides best practice, advice and treatment in the areas of injectable rejuvenation. Treatments for localised fat and cellulite reduction, skin tightening and rejuvenation using mesotherapy techniques are also offered. Dr Marr has studied with Dr Jacque Le Coz, one of the pioneers of Mesotherapy at the Institute of Mesotherapy in Paris.